CPR Class Memphis

Contrary to popular belief, women are equally prone to heart disease as men. In fact, it is the number one killer of women in the United States. Gone are those days when women overlooked the health of their ticker. Looking after their heart is the need of the hour for the female population. Heart disease isn’t just a man’s disease, and women must work with their doctors to keep it at bay. Major heart disease risk factors: 1.       High blood pressure 2.       High levels of LDL (bad) cholesterol 3.       Smoking 4.       Family history 5.       Diabetes Heart disease is said to affect women differently than their male counterparts. For example, menopausal women are at a higher risk of developing cardiovascular disease. Also, women are more prone to the damaging effects of smoking than men. The fact that women are more likely to succumb to a heart att...

  Most cases of sudden cardiac arrests (SCAs) occur outside the hospital. This is a life-threatening cardiac emergency that necessitates treatment right away since SCA compromises the functioning of the ticker rendering the heart’s function to circulate oxygenated blood ineffective. CPR is the emergency treatment to revive an SCA victim. The procedure comprises chest compressions and rescue breaths. Proper application keeps the blood flowing to all the important organs, such as the victim’s brain, thereby stabilizing the person’s condition until the arrival of emergency medical services. You must take up a CPR class because it’s easy to learn - Contrary to what you may think, CPR is an easy-to-learn procedure in that about anyone can perform it efficiently at any time with the right training. You need not be a health care professional or need formal training, CPR classes are designed for both health care and non-health care providers, and you receive an AHA CPR card (accepted b...

Individuals with diabetes are at a higher risk of developing heart disease, especially individuals with type 2 diabetes. The risk of stroke is also twice as high in these people. This means lifestyle disorders like diabetes can no longer be overlooked and appropriate steps should be taken to keep the blood sugar levels in check. A good place to start is diet- this blog will talk about some of the best foods to manage diabetes, which can help ward off health complications which individuals with high blood glucose levels are at an increased risk of. Here’s what a diabetic’s diet looks like: 1.       Foods that are great sources of carbohydrates, such as vegetables, fruits, whole grains like oats and brown rice, nonfat or low fat dairy, such as milk, unsweetened yogurt and cheese. 2.       A lower intake of red and processed meat. Some good alternatives could be eggs, fish (salmon, tuna- contains the heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids)...

Chest pain is perhaps the most common heart attack (myocardial infarction- MI) symptom, but it isn’t the only one sign indicating MI, especially for women. They may not experience the obvious symptoms, and are more likely to experience more nuanced symptoms that are often mistaken for other conditions. Unfortunately, women are much more likely to die following MI than their male counterparts. This can be attributed to their ignoring their symptoms or waiting too long to take action (seek medical help). Receiving swift medical attention is crucial for a heart attack victim’s survival. Outlining MI signs that women especially should watch for so that they can take timely action: Unusual fatigue - It’s okay to feel exhausted after heavy exercise, which is quite normal. But if you are feeling tired when you are just resting or sitting, or something like taking stairs is tiring you, this may be indicative of something more troublesome going on in your ticker. Experiencing heaviness ...

To keep your heart in good shape, exercise goes hand in hand with a good diet. Exercise doesn’t mean you have to apply for a gym membership or run a marathon. It could be as simple as walking for a few minutes every day to start with, or doing household chores. Walking is one of the simplest ways to stay physically fit. It can do your ticker a world of good. Not to mention how safe a form of exercise it is during these unprecedented times as you can exercise outdoors instead of being cooped up in a gym with others. The biggest benefit of this exercise form is everyone has access to it. You can perform it almost anywhere, and if you have a treadmill at home, there’s nothing like it. The benefits of physical activity for the health of your ticker cannot be emphasized enough, which boosts heart rate, strengthens your ticker, and increases oxygenated blood flow through the body, helping more oxygen and nutrients to reach your organs. The benefits of exercise in helping reduce body fat, ...

Regardless of your age, you must work towards keeping your heart in good shape. While it is true the risk for heart disease increases with increasing age, the American youth is equally prone to heart disease these days. The factors responsible for rise in heart attacks in individuals aged 20-30 years old are diabetes, hypertension, obesity, smoking cigarettes and vaping, and substance abuse. Not to mention the stress, anxiety, loneliness, job loss amplified by the pandemic. This blog aims to throw light upon the various things you can do to strengthen your ticker. According to a study, following these practices even at age 50 can increase your life span by an extra 14 years for women, and an extra 12.2 years for men. Hopefully this is reason enough for you to jump on the path to heart health. Here are the lifestyle habits you should follow, regardless of age: Stop smoking - The importance of giving up this habit cannot be emphasized enough. Smoking makes it twice as likely to dev...

Contrary to popular belief, heart disease isn’t just associated with physical activities, but also your thoughts and emotions also hugely affect the health of your ticker. They can hasten the onset of heart disease. It is true that poor diet, lack of exercise, smoking and alcohol consumption in excess increases your risk for heart disease by elevating your blood pressure, LDL (bad) cholesterol levels, and blood sugar (major risk factors), but negative behaviors and thoughts equally heightens the risk. Having a positive outlook in life can protect against heart disease- backed by evidence. By being positive and having purpose in life and actively practicing gratitude, you can reduce your risk of developing heart disease by as much as 30 percent. A positive mindset and an attitude of gratitude can just be as beneficial for people who already have cardiovascular disease, which is significant, as they are at an increased risk of having strokes and heart attacks. Impact of negative th...